Mangmi has announced that the Pocket Max handheld will allow users to easily swap the D-Pad and ABXY buttons. While not a unique feature, Mangmi says this is the first time it will be seen on an Android-powered handheld.

The G304 is one of Logitech’s most popular gaming mice, likely because of the combination of long battery life, HERO sensor and an affordable price tag. Logitech is now refreshing this mouse as an ultralight X version, which almost cuts the weight of the original in half.

LG is getting a head start on CES 2026 with a new UltraGear evo lineup that includes three 5K gaming monitors spanning OLED, Mini LED, and ultra-wide formats. The trio leans heavily into high refresh rates and on-device AI upscaling

A shakeup at an Xbox Game Studio suggests that AI will play a major role in Halo games like Campaign Evolved. The new Chief of Staff stresses enhancing workflows with machine learning on her resume. Other employees could use AI tools creatively rather than to improve efficiency.

The Genesis Project Team is delivering a meticulous Commodore 64 remaster of the 1984 cult classic Sabre Wulf, featuring completely redrawn 320x200 pixel art, smoother code, bug fixes, and a refreshed soundtrack that finally taps the system’s full audiovisual potential. With added quality-of-life features such as a “fog of war” map, enhanced UI, and expanded enemy variety, the project is nearing completion, and an early v0.5 build is already available for download.

The DEG2 is Minisforum's attempt to capture both OCuLink and Thunderbolt eGPU fans. One of the first eGPU docks to feature OCuLink and Thunderbolt 5, the Minisforum DEG2 also features 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet and an M.2 2280 SSD slot.

Hubble’s Picture of the Week is a celestial pair known as Arp 4. The two galaxies appear deceptively close. However, in reality, they are not close at all. One of the pair is over ten times farther away from us than the other.

Buyers may not see the usual number of new notebooks arrive in 2026. Contending with a historic memory shortage, Lenovo and HP are among the manufacturers who could delay shipments. As existing models remain on the market longer, higher-cost DRAM threatens to inflate laptop prices by 30%.

The Motorola Signature is expected to be officially unveiled in just a few days, which will mark the debut of a brand-new flagship smartphone series from Motorola. Motorola is already promoting the smartphone on a teaser website, while a benchmark leak provides clues regarding its specifications.

At around 3.75 lbs, the Acebeam W50 2.0 is not exactly a lightweight flashlight. But thanks to LEP technology, it has a throw of several miles even in the lower modes. For that, it also requires several 18650 batteries.

Those who want an iPhone 17 Pro but would like to avoid the high price tag could soon grab an alternative from Honor. According to a leaked poster, the company is working on a mid-range smartphone that more or less copies the design of Apple’s flagship, including at least one color variant. The only highlight of this clone appears to be the rumored battery capacity.

Deal | Red Dead Redemption 2 is a game that plunges you into the heart of the Wild West by embodying Arthur Morgan, an outlaw hunted by federal agents. And you will have to fight for your survival while facing a terrible fate.

Speculation about AMD switching future Radeon GPUs to Samsung Foundry has been shut down by a trusted leaker, who says the chips are already taped out at TSMC. The same source hints at a mid-2027 debut, with little to expect from Radeon in 2026.

An Nvidia RTX 5090 is a dream purchase for many buyers, but it also carries risks. A gamer's account adds to the GPU’s troublesome track record after the attached cable caught fire. Critics believe the 12V-2x6 connector failed to handle the immense power draw, but a subpar PSU may also be a factor.

Operation: Outbreak is a free-to-play zombie FPS on Steam built as a short student project. The Unreal Engine 5 game offers a 10-20 minute survival run with scarce ammo, dark tunnels, and a simple extraction goal. It’s free to download now.

Honor has just launched two new performance-focused smartphones, the Win and the Win RT, in China. Both models feature Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon chipset, an active cooling fan, a 185 Hz OLED display, and a massive 10,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100 W wired charging support.

Deal | Epic Games Store has revealed the tenth mystery free game of the holiday season 2025. This post-Christmas giveaway didn't turn out as predicted, but fans are disappointed because it's a relatively well-rated co-op title: We Were Here Together.

Ahead of the shipping of the Retroid Pocket 6, Retroid has provided a handful of live photos of the handheld. The photos show the two different designs available, but only two of the six colors it can be purchased in.

The OnePlus Turbo series has been officially confirmed by the company. While the brand didn't announce any phone from the series yet, a new leak has just revealed the design of the first device.

Clockwork Cleanup is a free-to-play auto-battler with a roguelike style in which you must defend a spell factory against numerous creatures. But you'll need to think carefully, because your choices will be limited.

Epic Games Store is giving away a well-rated title as the Christmas PC free game. As for the post-Christmas freebie, there aren’t any obvious hints, but past pattern hints that the 10th mystery free game for the holiday season 2025 won’t disappoint.

Having options is great, but having too many options is a problem. Such a case is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13: There is so much choice that users often do not know which options to pick.

Casio has launched a new G-Shock DW-5600 collaboration with All Nippon Airways (ANA) in Japan. The white square watch features ANA branding, aviation-themed strap prints, an airplane LED backlight, and classic G-Shock functions, priced at ¥19,800 (~$127).

Xiaomi has launched new half-in-ear buds, the Xiaomi Buds 6, in China. The company’s latest wireless earbuds cost $99 (CNY 699) and feature Snapdragon sound, up to 35 hours of battery life, adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC), and a triple-magnet driver unit backed by a 24K gold-plated diaphragm.

After testing over two dozen different laptops with the Core Ultra 9 285H and Core Ultra 7 255H, the performance difference between them can be much smaller than expected.

Krikkz’s newly announced EverDrive GBA Pro flash cartridge brings modern conveniences to original Game Boy Advance hardware, including save states, an in-game menu, gyro and tilt support, and an adjustable real-time clock for time-sensitive titles. Despite a higher $129 price tag and the absence of rumble features, the Pro’s rapid sell-out and broad support for GBA, GB, GBC, and NES titles underscore its appeal for dedicated retro handheld enthusiasts.

Asus is facing criticism after refusing to replace a $4,000 limited-edition ROG Matrix RTX 5090 whose misaligned 12VHPWR power connector allegedly prevents proper seating and could jeopardize the card’s 800W performance. The company maintains the off-center connector is intentional and part of the original design, effectively pushing the affected buyer toward a return rather than a warranty claim.

Framework is raising laptop prices again as DDR5 RAM costs spike amid a global memory shortage, while unusually urging buyers to source their own modules if they can find cheaper deals. The company frames the move as a pass-through of supplier increases rather than profit-taking, warning of further hikes ahead and promising to lower prices once costs normalize.

ASUS is facing criticism after refusing to replace a $4,000 limited-edition ROG Matrix RTX 5090 whose misaligned 12VHPWR power connector allegedly prevents proper seating and could jeopardize the card’s 800W performance. The company maintains the off-center connector is intentional and part of the original design, effectively pushing the affected buyer toward a return rather than a warranty claim.

Deal | The Nintendo Switch 2 uses only microSD Express cards, but they don't come cheap. However, a limited time deal on the 256GB variant of the Samsung P9 Express microSD Express card allows Switch 2 owners double their storage without breaking the bank.

With DDR5 RAM prices out of control, Asus may have a strategy that will benefit laptop buyers and gamers. A new report suggests that it will begin manufacturing DRAM as soon as 2026. Even with this development, Asus would struggle to open factories without the help of Samsung, Micron, or SK Hynix. Update: Asus refutes the rumor.

This phone is not built to last, at least not on the workbench of a well-known durability tester and teardown expert. The first Samsung foldable that fails to survive the JerryRigEverything bend test is simply too thin and made of too much plastic.

Xiaomi has introduced another potential Christmas gift in China alongside the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, which features an ECG/EMG sensor and a rather sophisticated design. The flagship smartwatch is also available as an eSIM version and a 3D-printed titanium band.

The Watch GT Pro is a new and well-equipped Lenovo smartwatch that can also be used for swimming and comes with an integrated GPS module. Tracking a wide variety of activities is supported as well.

After being exclusive to its website, GameSir has made its controller, the GameSir G7 Pro Zenless Zone Zero Edition Wireless Controller for Xbox available to purchase elsewhere. The controller keeps the selling price unchanged and comes with accessories and gifts.

Deal | The LG 32GX870A-B features a 4K 240Hz OLED panel using a RGWB subpixel layout. Its KVM switch lets users control multiple computers with a single keyboard and mouse, while built-in webOS enables movie and game streaming without a computer.

Ubiquiti Networks has introduced a small and compact router called the UniFi Travel Router. This gadget costs less than $100, but it is not suitable for every scenario.

A new Honor device has now debuted on Geekbench seemingly powered by a new chipset. The device in question is said to be the Honor Power 2, with the chipset onboard being MediaTek's upcoming Dimensity 8500.

The Oppo Pad Air 5 is a new mid-range tablet that’s intended to compete against the Apple iPad. It sports a 120Hz display, 10,050mAh battery and optional 5G connectivity.

An Amazon shipping error left one Reddit user with two full cartons of Samsung 9100 PRO 2TB NVMe SSDs worth an estimated $6,000 after ordering just two drives, prompting both logistical dilemmas and joking “first-world problem” laments on r/pcmasterrace. After contacting Amazon, the customer was told they could legally keep the unrequested surplus under U.S. FTC rules, sparking community debate over authenticity checks, resale plans, and whether the viral windfall was too good to be true.

Deal | Icarus is a PvE survival game in which you will have to face many dangers to make your fortune. But that's not all, because an Open World mode is also available if you want to explore this vast universe.

Kingdoms of the Dump is officially trending on Steam, featuring a retro turn-based RPG formula, and set in a trash-built world. Players play as the Trash Can Knight, explore unique kingdoms, and fight grid battles. The game is priced at $19.99 with a launch discount.

Deal | The ninth mystery PC free game has just been revealed, and alongside this, the platform is giving away two surprise mobile freebies: Monument Valley I and II. These two Christmas giveaways will remain active for a week.

The single giant Cybertruck wiper has now been placed under engineering investigation by Tesla. This could include a total redesign or giving up on the concept altogether.

A day following extended Christmas Eve Steam downtime, gamers are still reporting problems. Steam games now load and are are available for purchase on the store. Unfortunately, popular community features like forums and workshops remain offline.

Deal | The Christmas PC free game has been revealed by Epic Games Store, and it didn't turn out to be what many were expecting. Still, the new freebie, which is Disco Elysium – The Final Cut, is being praised for being a "masterpiece."

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has just been unveiled in China, and the company is taking things up a notch for its latest 200 MP camera flagship. It unveiled a special Leica Edition that not only offers a sleeker outlook but also adds a functional element.

The Fantech EOS Mini shows that an ultra-light, $13 Bluetooth gamepad can still deliver strong performance, broad platform compatibility, and up to 20 hours of battery life in a truly pocketable form factor. While its membrane face buttons may fatigue fast-action players, its responsive shoulder buttons, precise D-pad, and versatile extra features help it stand out in the growing mini-controller market.

The Nitro Deck 2 is yet to begin shipping, but CRKD has announced the first limited edition variant. The Nitro Deck 2 LRG Fusion Limited Edition is the result of a partnership with the video game publisher, Limited Run Games.

The F8 Ultra is the first smartphone with a subwoofer, and this makes an audible difference that impressed us in our review. We subjected the sound system to additional measurements.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is now official in China. It's the company's new top-end flagship phone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and the smartphone comes with a capable Leica camera setup. The other hardware is top-end as well, at least on paper.

The RedMagic 11 Air is set to see an imminent debut. This information has been confirmed by the company shortly after the core specs of the affordable gaming phone surfaced.

The Poco F8 Pro delivers an impressive performance in terms of power, battery life and sound, but also shows significant improvements in its camera. However, it is not without its critics. We have summarised the review again.

Homebrew developer Marc Max is reviving the 1991 Game Boy title Ninja Gaiden Shadow with an unofficial DX upgrade that adds full color, performance tweaks, and quality-of-life improvements for modern hardware like the Analogue Pocket.

The Aoostar AG03 has been formally introduced in China. It's a step-up from the predecessor, featuring USB4 v2 ports that can offer 80 Gbps bandwidth. This Thunderbolt 5 eGPU also comes with an OCuLink port and has a built-in PSU.

Modder Kongmeng brings Yami Yugi, main character of the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime, to Dragon Ball FighterZ via PC game modding. But this is no common cosmetic mod—a fully-custom moveset, including monster summons, spell cards, and even the ability to lose by running out of cards, are all present.

Deal | The Ugreen Nexode 65-watt GaN charger is a compact and capable fast-charger with multiple ports. The product has witnessed a major discount yet again, dropping its price to just $22.77 for a limited time on Amazon.

The eighth mystery free game is now live on Epic Games Store, and as previously speculated, it's a repeat. There are no obvious hints about the Christmas freebie, but per Epic's giveaway pattern, it could very well be a AAA hit.

The cheapest option may not necessarily be the best one. While the RTX 5050 SKU runs a bit cooler, the small cost savings arguably don't justify the much larger performance advantages that the RTX 5060 option brings.

Deal | Those on the hunt for a well-equipped OLED gaming monitor will almost certainly have Asus' ROG lineup of monitors on their radar. The high-end PG32UCDM OLED gaming monitor stands tall as an excellent offering, now available with an impressive 32% discount on Amazon.

Homebrew developer Marc Max is reviving the 1991 Game Boy title Ninja Gaiden Shadow with an unofficial DX upgrade that adds full color, performance tweaks, and quality-of-life improvements for modern hardware like the Analogue Pocket.

Airs Adventure, a little-known 1996 Sega Saturn JRPG, is now fully playable in English thanks to a new fan-made translation patch led by Saturn hacker Hitomi2500. While never a critical darling, this quirky, light-hearted RPG, long locked to Japan, can finally reach a global audience of retro enthusiasts willing to embrace its “so bad it’s good” charm.

The Brook Wingman FGC VX allows PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 users to connect and use third-party controllers with their consoles. The ultra-low-latency converter can also adapt console controllers for use with PC desktops and laptops.

IdleOn is a free-to-play 2D idle MMORPG where you manage a whole roster of characters that progress even while offline, stacking deep skilling, crafting and automation systems with light MMO social features and optional microtransactions.

An insider report claims that a top-tier PC company visited all three major RAM suppliers and reached agreements to lock in supply for its PCs.

A Garmin system may have saved lives. Specifically, an aircraft equipped with such a system was not only able to land automatically but also took over communication with ATC.

Two NATO states have published intelligence reports that describe a new weapon against Elon Musk's Starlink satellites. This system is intended to release clouds of shrapnel (high density pellets) in orbit. In an emergency, this would jeopardize all types space travel.

The GH9 is a relatively compact mini PC with a fairly unusual design and a powerful Intel processor. Fast wired and wireless network connections are supported as well.

CD Projekt Red is intent on launching the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel with multiplayer. A new report from a Polish investment bank reveals how this decision has influenced its release date. Also known as Cyberpunk 2 or Project Orion, the studio is adding more employees to support the undertaking.

OnePlus introduced the Pad Go 2 tablet in the third week of December globally. Now, the brand’s new tablet is available for purchase in the US, UK, India, and Europe via OnePlus’ official website. It features a 120 Hz LCD display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra processor, and a 10,050 mAh battery with 33 W wired charging.

DDR4 memory is making a comeback, prompting Samsung to keep production of the chips alive. The company has committed to supplying a customer with the components at a fixed price. Even so, buyers seeking refuge from outrageous DDR5 RAM prices shouldn’t expect dramatic savings.

Deal | SNK’s 40th Anniversary Collection is free on the Stove store for a limited time. The 24-game arcade bundle, which is usually priced at $29.99, can be claimed at $0 and played through the Stove PC launcher after adding it to your library.

Deal | Epic Games has now revealed its final pre-Christmas game giveaway. A triple-A title that occasionally sells for as much as $59.99, today's freebie maintains mixed reviews from critics and fans alike. Not only that, but The Callisto Protocol has been free to claim before on the Epic Games Store too.

Deal | Indie mega-hit Metroidvania sequel Silksong gets a clean, cross-platform sale with one glaring exception.

The unprecedented memory chip shortage isn't going to end anytime soon, but that doesn't mean DDR5 RAM sticks couldn't be cheaper than they are currently selling for. Modders are now seeing the DIY method as somewhat of a viable approach.

While most Aspen homeowners were waking up to fresh snowfall, Yarbo was quietly demonstrating a different kind of winter morning at the Aspen Winter Pop-up, one in which the driveway clears itself.

The refreshed Lenovo ThinkVision S25-4e has been introduced in China, and the new version looks quite impressive for the launch price. This monitor features a 24.5-inch IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and FHD resolution.

The Poco F8 Ultra proved to be an excellent smartphone in our review, impressing in many areas with its high-end specifications, but it also showed a few weaknesses and gaps in features compared to its more expensive competitors.

The $19 billion in spectrum purchase that will allow Starlink to offer 5G Internet service when its V3 satellites are in orbit is bringing other perks. EchoStar, the parent company of satellite TV provider Dish, is now benefitting from the partnership with SpaceX.

Deal | With its bold ideas, immersive sci-fi setting and impressively polished technology, ARC Raiders has emerged as one of this year’s standout shooters. For the first time, the game is available at a reduced price as part of the Steam Winter Sale. A 20% discount brings it down to around $32 until January 5.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra will come with a Leica-enhanced camera setup, and the company is taking this partnership to the next step by introducing a special edition for the camera flagship. This special Leica edition will come with a physical zoom ring.

Deal | Amazon Luna has expanded the December 2025 free games lineup again. This time, the new additions came ahead of the regular schedule, and both of them are critically acclaimed titles: Fallout and Fallout 2.

Known-leaker Ice Universe has revealed the screen sizes and aspect ratios of the Apple iPhone Fold and the Samsung Wide Fold. Both phones appear remarkably similar at first glance. However, upon closer inspection, a major design difference starts to appear between the two foldable phones.

Guild Wars: Reforged modernizes the 2005 MMO classic with an official Steam launch, Deck Verified status, controller support and multiple QoL upgrades. It bundles all campaigns into a no-sub $20 package, if you like tactical, build-driven instanced play.

The eighth mystery free game will go live on Christmas Eve, and while Epic Games Store didn't offer any concrete hints, there's a chance that it will be a popular indie title. Looking back at the giveaway history, it could be a repeated freebie as well.

Phreeli, a new privacy-focused MVNO, has just launched and promises the utmost respect for users' privacy. With names, addresses, and emails optional, this network's sign-up requirements are in stark contrast to the current industry standard.

A writer for a French website is urging gamers to keep all PlayStation Network details private. An ID number was all a hacker needed to log in twice to the journalist’s account. Even with 2FA active, PSN support requires minimal information to grant strangers access.

The Void Phone VX1 relies on Linux rather than Android and supposedly protects user data all while offering more flexible options in terms of software customization. However, buyers have to live with entry-level smartphone hardware.

Early details about a new DJI Osmo accessory have leaked online. A wireless remote control, the DJI Osmo FrameTap appears to be tied to the forthcoming Osmo Pocket 4, as well as the rumoured Osmo Pocket 4 Pro vlogging camera.

The long-awaited Sony WF-1000XM6 has reappeared before the end of the year in a new leak. This time, a retailer has hinted at availability and launch colour options ahead of schedule.

A source has offered up launch details relating to the rumoured DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro vlogging camera. Contrary to previous suggestions, DJI's dual-camera-wielding vlogging device could arrive months after the regular Osmo Pocket 4.

A new leak has provided a much clearer look at DJI's next vlogging camera. Potentially, a cheaper alternative may debut alongside the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 too, that or the company's long-rumoured camera could be a Pro model.

The Apple iPhone Fold could become an interesting option for fans of compact smartphones, as a comparison with 3D-printed dummy shows how Apple's first iPhone with a foldable display might compare to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and conventional foldables.

The popular Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM is apparently getting a successor in just a few days time, as Asus accidentally revealed the PG32UCDM3 in advance. The flagship gaming monitor is set to receive several significant upgrades.

The Kickstarter campaign for the Abxylute M4 Snap-On mobile controller is now over. For reaching the $300,000 milestone, the controller is now available in a sixth color. Abxylute has also moved pre-orders to its website, albeit for a slightly higher price.

Final Fantasy 9 will return in 2028, but not in the form some fans had been expecting. A French company has revived The Black Mages' Legacy anime following the previous studio's bankruptcy. Square Enix has also teased gamers with merchandise, but refuses to acknowledge the Final Fantasy 9 remake.

With the Odyssey G6 (G60H), Samsung is about to launch one of the fastest gaming monitors in the world, as the screen offers a refresh rate of up to 1,040 Hz, although only at a very low resolution. Samsung has also introduced a new 32-inch 4K OLED monitor.

With the Odyssey G90XH, Samsung has unveiled one of the most unusual gaming monitors in the world. The screen features full 6K resolution at a refresh rate of 165Hz, but it can also display content in 3D without glasses.

While Apple has apparently abandoned the market for dedicated music players and retired the iPod brand, Innioasis has copied the design of the Apple iPod Classic including the click whee with an affordable music player that sports modern features like USB-C and Bluetooth.

Deal | Prototype is an open-world action game in which you will have to discover the mysteries surrounding your past. And this, notably thanks to the extraordinary abilities that you will unlock during your adventure.

Hideo Kojima’s latest self-interview for Wired’s Tech Support series offers a sharp critique of risk‑averse AAA game design, a warning about AI dulling the creative spark, and a renewed defense of deeply personal, auteur‑driven worlds. He also teases Physint as a boundary‑blurring “game‑film” hybrid, signaling a future where cinema and interactive storytelling increasingly converge.

Microsoft is reshaping its Xbox strategy around cloud and cross-platform gaming while denying reports that it is enforcing a 30% profit margin target on the division. Amid steep hardware sales declines, significant project cancellations, and widespread layoffs, the company is doubling down on subscriptions and broader device access as it distances itself from Bloomberg’s claims of a 30% margin minimum in play for the division.

The Ruko U11MINI 4K offers a seamless flying experience thanks to the new RC3 touchscreen controller that completely eliminates the need for a smartphone. This ultra-portable, travel-ready drone also combines stabilized 4K video capabilities with an impressive 64-minute total flight time to make high-quality photography more accessible.

Deal | This 2D RPG takes place in a cyberpunk world and combines elements of sidescrolling, platforming and hacking with classic role-playing features. Dex gives players a lot of freedom and is currently on sale on Steam for just $1.19 thanks to a 94% discount.

Vince Zampella, a key figure in the shooter genre and director of the Battlefield series, died in a serious traffic accident in California on December 22, 2025. His death has deeply shaken the industry, though the circumstances surrounding the crash remain controversial.

Ubiquiti Networks has introduced a small and compact router called the UniFi Travel Router. This gadget costs less than $100, but it is not suitable for every scenario.

Deal | The mystery free game for December 23, 2025, has been revealed, and while it's not what some predicted, the freebie is a top-rated side-scroller RPG. This giveaway will remain live on Epic Games Store for just 24 hours.

The arrival of the next Valve and Sony gaming machines may now be in doubt. An emarketer analyst believes that high memory costs could cause the manufacturers to reconsider release dates. Declining console sales are also a factor, as steeper prices are prompting gamers to hesitate before upgrading.

Huawei has officially launched a new MatePad 11.5 (2026) tablet in China. A direct successor to the MatePad 11.5 (2025) comes with a similar design and minor improvements. It features a 120 Hz LCD display, a 13 MP rear camera, and a large 10,100 mAh battery with 40 W wired charging support.

Fresh leaks point to a new Casio G-Shock MTG-B4000D metal band model launching in January. The watch is expected to use Casio’s carbon laminated frame design, Tough Solar charging, and Bluetooth syncing. More information is expected to be available soon.

The Leica 200 MP periscope telephoto is a big highlight of the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Ultra. This sensor has now been detailed with new camera samples. The company has also offered comparison shots taken by the camera.

Bigme has launched a new 7-inch e-reader in China called the Bigme B751C S. It joins the Bigme B7 and B7 Pro which also have color E Ink displays, but drops LTE support and also lacks a camera.

Netflix is teaming up with FIFA on an exclusive World Cup 2026 football game for its Netflix Games service, developed by Delphi Interactive and playable on TVs and mobile at no extra cost to subscribers.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE falls short in DxOMark’s camera analysis, surpassed by the much older and more affordable Google Pixel 6a and Apple iPhone 13 in the rankings. The testing revealed significant weaknesses, particularly in the phone’s ultrawide and telephoto lenses.

AMD Zen 6 CPUs could bring much more 3D V-Cache than previously rumored. Currently, AMD only offers a maximum of 64 MB of 3D V-Cache in CPUs like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. If the latest AMD Zen 6 leak is true, the total 3D V-Cache amount could jump to 144 MB per 3D V-Cache chiplet.

Deal | Train Sim World 6 players can claim the Spirit of Steam Liverpool Lime Street to Crewe route DLC free on Steam and Epic for a limited time. It adds classic steam trains and a UK route, but requires the base game to play.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been recently showcased in official renders, but they didn't show the front of the flagship phone. In a new hands-on video, the brand's president, Lu Weibing, has offered a glimpse at the front of the device for the first time.

Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive has just entered Steam’s trending charts with fast third-person combat, co-op raids, and "Mostly Positive" reviews. Here’s what players say, how much it costs in the US, and how it runs on the Steam Deck.

Intel and Nvidia are officially developing x86 chips for future Windows laptops. Intel Serpent Lake architecture could be a result of this partnership. RedGamingTech claims that Intel could use an Nvidia RTX iGPU for the Serpent Lake APUs.

Samsung will be mimicking the first foldable iPhone when it launches not one but two Galaxy Z Fold devices in 2026. It will also copy another feature of the iPhone Fold, or whatever Apple calls its first bendy device.

LG Display is set to showcase the world’s first 240 Hz OLED panel with an RGB stripe pixel structure at CES 2026. The new 27-inch 4K display arranges its red, green, and blue subpixels in a straight line and drops the white subpixel to help improve text clarity and color accuracy.

OnePlus is working on the first phone from its Turbo series, and recent Geekbench listings have suggested that it won’t be a flagship smartphone. Now, the smartphone has been spotted on AnTuTu with a rather impressive score.

Astronomers observed the Fomalhaut system and found the impact of recent collisions around the star. This is the first time astronomers have witness such events. The collisions are believed to be between asteroids and planetesimals.

Valve is phasing out 32-bit Windows support for Steam, with the client shifting entirely to 64-bit on compatible PCs and updates ending for 32-bit systems on 1 January 2026. While the change affects only a tiny minority of users, those who don’t upgrade their OS, or are stuck on legacy 32-bit hardware, will lose access to client updates, security patches, customer support, and reliable compatibility with new games.

Casio’s latest G-Shock collaboration has finally made its way to the US. The GA-2110MK-5A mixes the brand’s famously tough GA-2100 design with Maison Kitsuné’s Parisian aesthetic, complete with fox branding and special-edition packaging.

The sixth mystery free game is now live on Epic Games Store, and soon, the seventh freebie will be revealed. Ahead of the official unveiling, someone believed to be an official staff member has dropped a cryptic clue about what the giveaway might be.

Dishonored co-creator and Arkane Austin studio director Harvey Smith reflects on the “shock” of Microsoft’s decision to close the studio after Redfall’s troubled launch, describing sleepless nights, guilt over the game’s failure, and concern for younger developers whose first project was abruptly cut short.

Deal | Anker’s Laptop Power Bank (25K, 165W) has dropped back to its Black Friday price after a 35% discount. The high-capacity battery bank can fast-charge four devices simultaneously and comes with two built-in USB-C cables and a convenient smart display.

Without Battlefield or Call of Duty, the Switch 2 isn’t yet an essential purchase for some gamers. However, a new leak suggests that Activision may launch its shooter franchise on the handheld in 2026. It’s unclear whether Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is on the way or if a mobile port is more likely.

The ever-privileged ETA Prime gets an exclusive first look at the Ayaneo Pocket Vert Android handheld, and impressions point toward an ambitious Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1-powered handheld in a familiar Game Boy-like form factor.

Garmin has issued a new update for one of its most expensive smartwatches released this year. Packing numerous new features and bug fixes, v16.11 remains in beta for the time being, though.

The Venu 4 is one of Garmin's most recent smartwatch releases. While software development has been rather slow since launch, the company has now started offering a new beta update that will underpin a substantial stable update further down the line.

The Garmin Venu 4 has received a new update that will form the basis of a future stable firmware release. Available on Garmin's Beta Program, Beta 16.11 brings several new features to the mid-range smartwatch, including one that adds the option of tracking your weight.

Garmin has previewed a significant update for both the Forerunner 570 and the more expensive Forerunner 970. The first of many v16.xx updates to come, Public Beta Version 16.11 introduces almost three-dozen changes to both smartwatches after this month's recent stable update.

Garmin has started rolling out the first significant update for the Fenix 8 and its peers in three months. Available globally, Beta Version 21.12 introduces over 80 new features, bug fixes, updates and other improvements like a Battery Manager and the Garmin Fitness Coach.

As is typical for Xiaomi, the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Ultra is not launching alone but is accompanied by new accessories and wearables. The company will also announce a new premium smartwatch with a stainless steel body and sapphire crystal, along with several new health features. The Xiaomi Buds 6 are going to focus on lossless wireless audio.

Asus has confirmed that it will be presenting a new gaming tower next month during CES 2026 in Las Vegas. In the meantime, it has hinted that the ROG G1000 will contain the spiritual successor to the AniMe Matrix from older ROG Zephyrus laptops.

Although GTA: Tokyo was a possibility, Rockstar Games has been reluctant to explore outside the U.S. A former technical director doesn’t anticipate GTA 6 to feature exotic locations either. Instead, the studio will continue to revisit settings like Vice City, which embody American pop culture.

The new C500 can apparently process a wide variety of materials with relative ease. This CNC machine promises many possibilities, such as the custom production of spare parts or even completely original creations.

Asus has lifted the lid on its next ProArt laptop release. Adopting GoPro branding and apparent functionality too, the new ProArt PX13 will depart from the all-black look of Asus' current 13-inch creator laptop.

Almost all smartphones rely on an IPS or OLED panel these days, but niche products with e-ink displays are also available. The Pixel Duo concept smartphone now shows how the advantages of both technologies could be combined by simply putting two panels into a single phone.

The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games brings seven meticulously preserved C64, Amiga, and ZX Spectrum classics to Steam, bundling the full Last Ninja trilogy with remixed editions and celebrated fighting titles like International Karate and International Karate+. It also comes with controller support, split-screen multiplayer, modest system requirements, and planned physical editions for PC, PS5, and Switch in the near future.

The Lenovo Talix Zeta promises extremely high durability and is designed to store a significant amount of energy. The capacity can be expanded considerably, while the new power station can also be connected to an accompanying smartphone app.

Update | A now-deleted post has revealed key details of the Mangmi Pocket Max. The upcoming handheld will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, albeit an aging one. However, the RAM and storage are what is obtainable on rival devices. Update: Mangmi has reposted the details of the Pocket Max.

Deal | Detroit: Become Human tells the interconnected stories of three androids, with every player decision influencing a highly branching narrative. The game has been well received, known for its strong replay value, and is now available for around $4 – its lowest price yet, thanks to a 90% discount during Steam’s Winter Sale.

There are signs that GTA 6 Online could take a significant leap forward by adopting features commonly found in MMOs. This speculation was fueled by comments from MMO veteran Richard Vogel and Rockstar’s acquisition of FiveM developer Cfx.re.

Beelink has now launched its new network-attached storage (NAS) solution globally. Available in a variety of configurations, with more to come, the Beelink ME Pro starts at just over $350 and offers up to 72 TB of storage across five drive bays.

Baseus is now selling its X1 Pro Dual-Tracking Solar Security Camera via one retailer in the US. The earlier Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for this smart home product ended earlier in December 2025, with backers yet to receive the product. This model features two independently controllable cameras, with motion tracking and a built-in spotlight.

The price of some of IKEA’s new Matter-compatible smart home products has been lowered in certain countries in Europe and North America. Several of these changes appear to be linked to pricing standardisation across one market, while other products have a new lower price across the board.

The Shelly Wall Display X2i, a smart home control panel, has been quietly released in Europe. It can be used to remotely manage and control connected devices, with support for energy consumption monitoring for certain products. This model shares many similarities with the Wall Display X2 released several months ago, though there are some changes.

Intel Nova Lake CPUs are scheduled to release sometime in late 2026. Intel is reportedly going all-out with up to 52 total cores and even 144 MB of extra last-level L3 cache. However, RedGamingTech has repored that there could be an even more monstrous Nova Lake SKU which doubles the 144 MB last-level cache.

Deal | The Deed: Dynasty is now free to keep on Steam for a short duration - the deal ends on Christmas Day. The narrative crime adventure puts players in the role of a killer trying to frame others, and holds a "Very Positive" user rating aggregate.

Deal | The M4-powered Mac mini is an impressively powerful mini PC with an equally impressive footprint. The capable mini PC is now available with a $200 discount at Micro Center, offering an exciting opportunity for those who are willing to live with macOS.

Many buyers of an OLED TV or OLED gaming monitor might be concerned that the lifespan of their expensive screen is limited due to potential burn-in. However, a long-term test over 3 years shows that LCDs can fail faster in many cases. Out of 102 TVs, 82 more or less survived this interesting test by Rtings.

Deal | Thanks to Amazon's ongoing holiday sale, the 140-watt Baseus PowerMega GaN charger is now available for a record-low price on the platform. With triple output ports and a compact design, the 140-watt fast charger is undoubtedly a useful gadget for multi-device users.

Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) could be an asset to Switch 2 games with wavering frame rates. Unfortunately, screen tearing remains an issue, particularly with titles that run at lower than 40fps. Ubisoft solved the problem in Assassin's Creed Shadows and is now sharing its wisdom with Nintendo.

Deal | Epic Games is continuing with its 24-hour game giveaways to celebrate the holiday season. Now, the storefront has pivoted to a popular open-world detective title that 85% of critics recommend and maintains a Very Positive rating on Steam. Paradise Killer will remain free to claim globally until December 23.

Huawei has announced the Nova 15 series lineup in China with a new dual-ring design. The Nova 15 series consists of a total of three models, including the Nova 15, the Nova 15 Pro, and the Nova 15 Ultra. The top-end model features a 120 Hz OLED display, three 50 MP RYYB sensors, and Huawei’s new in-house Kirin 9010S chipset.

The OnePlus Turbo has surfaced in early benchmarks. Sporting 16 GB of RAM with a 165 Hz OLED display rumoured, the OnePlus Turbo trades blows with the OnePlus 13R while matching the performance of popular mid-range smartphones like the Poco F7 and Nothing Phone (3).

Voice actor Alix Wilton-Regan has revealed that Microsoft’s canceled Perfect Dark reboot had reached advanced development, with whole motion-capture chapters and key milestones completed before funding was abruptly pulled. Her account underscores how deeply the project was underway and how sudden Xbox’s wider wave of studio closures and layoffs felt to those working on the game.

Video | With the new M5, the latest generation of their in-house design SOCs, Apple has proven once again that, when it comes to mobile processors, they are almost unbeatable! That said, both the MacBook Pro 14 2025 and the iPad Pro 11 2025 running that new chip are incredibly expensive, and the question of overall value is a bit of a tricky one!

Just after officially revealing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the company has confirmed that the camera flagship phone will feature a 1-inch Light Hunter 1050L image sensor. To showcase what it can offer, the brand has shared some sample photos and a video.

Details about the new LEGO Minas Tirith set have been leaked. But while we have information about the number of pieces and its price, it is necessary to remain cautious and wait for an official announcement from the company.

Rogbid just introduced its new Vogue smart bracelet with a 2.8 mm stainless steel body, basic health tracking, small notification display, 10 ATM rating and 5–7 day battery life, priced at $59.99.

A new leak has now revealed details of Honor's upcoming compact, slim premium phone. This device, said to be the Honor Magic 8 Air, could be lined up to debut in January.

Word on the grapevine claims the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max could ditch the Dynamic Island found on their predecessors, thanks to under-display Face ID. According to one leaker, though, the phones are unlikely to get any significant design changes.

Light Up The Town is a cozy, Christmas‑themed decorating game where you play as Bean the ferret. The goal is to string lights across a snowy Colorado town in a short, low‑pressure, controller‑friendly holiday experience on PC.

Deal | Amazon has added four more free games to the December 2025 game giveaway lineup of Luna. If their regular prices are considered, these newly added free games are worth around $51. They have decent player reception as well.

RedGamingTech has dropped a detailed leak covering several of Intel's future desktop and mobile CPU architectures. Following Nova Lake CPUs, Intel is expected to bring Razer Lake desktop CPUs and Titan Lake mobile processor. Intel is also allegedly developing Hammer Lake with a "Unified Core" design.

Dynabook has launched a new Copilot+ laptop that ditches Intel for a Qualcomm processor. The new XD5 is a 14-inch notebook with a Snapdragon X Plus processor and Dynabook's famous user-replaceable battery.

GuliKit previously partnered with Asus to release Hall effect joystick modules for the ROG Ally X. The new TMR-based ROG Xbox Ally (X) modules eliminate stick drift while offering smoother and even more precise input.

The OnePlus 13T launched in China and was then rebadged as the 13S for the Indian market. A successor to the compact phone is in the works, with new leaks now throwing some more light on what to expect.

Atari is reviving its brand with an ambitious plan to build a neon-soaked, esports-ready “gaming hotel” in Phoenix, Arizona, inviting fans to invest from as little as $500 as part of a community-focused funding model. With $14 million raised toward a $124 million budget, the project aims to open in 2028, promising high-tech rooms, creator suites, and large-scale entertainment venues while still facing a steep capital gap.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra has now been tipped to debut as the most impressive camera smartphone in the world. While that may end up being a vain claim, the Find X9 Ultra will likely offer the best zoom ever seen on a smartphone, in light of a new camera leak.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has now been officially showcased through teaser photos and video. It also finally has an official Chinese launch date, and as speculated before, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 camera flagship will make an imminent debut.

The sixth mystery free game will soon be unveiled on Epic Games Store. While there’s no official hint, per past giveaway patterns, it could be a title that many might want to claim.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope observed an exoplanet called PSR J2322-2650b. This exoplanet orbits a rapidly spinning neutron star. But what is most strange about the exoplanet is the composition of its atmosphere — it mostly contains molecular carbon and helium.

CheckMag | It only takes three registry entries to get Windows 11 to use the native NVMe driver that was recently introduced with a Windows Server 2025 update, which can significantly increase SSD performance, as we have just tested. Those who do not mind a little risk can hit data transfer rates that are sometimes up to 45% higher for exactly zero dollars.

The Echo Aviation Controller is now being sold directly by Honeycomb. The gamepad comes with six downloadable profiles for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, utilizes Hall effect sensors and can be used for playing on the go.

For many fans, the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle was a no-brainer purchase. A leaked internal memo confirms that the package with the popular Switch 2 game will soon no longer be available. Nintendo hasn’t revealed a new bundle at the same price to replace it.

Veteran N64 developer and hacker Kaze Emanuar has publicly challenged Analogue 3D’s claims of cycle accuracy and “100% compatibility,” presenting side-by-side tests that show slower performance, missing hardware behaviors, and failed system checks compared to an original Nintendo 64. While he still considers the FPGA-based system a strong, affordable option for most players and notes that firmware updates may address many issues, Analogue has yet to respond to the mounting concerns from speedrunners, modders, and preservationists.

Nvidia GeForce Now is about to impose 100-hour monthly limits on all gamers. For the most active users, purchasing additional time will make subscription fees skyrocket. A new comparison shows whether they are better served by building a gaming PC, even with DDR5 RAM prices at record highs.

Playtiles, a $12 credit-card-sized gamepad that physically overlays smartphone touch controls, is finally reaching early backers after months of anticipation, delivering a surprisingly sturdy, adhesive-free alternative to Bluetooth controllers.

For photos and as a smart display: The PicPak is a display based on the e-ink technology that is currently available at a significant launch discount. It also supports colors and is supposed to offer an extremely long battery life.

The new year is approaching quickly, which usually means that the launch of the next Samsung flagships is just around the corner. However, an increasing number of reports now point to significant delays regarding the launch and availability of the Galaxy S26 series, which might not become widely available until after the Mobile World Congress.

Unlike Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, gamers expected Battlefield 6 to reject AI art. Regardless, a new icon on its marketplace does not resemble the work of a human artist. The design of a weapon exhibits mistakes that are still commonly made by generative AI tools.

The TCL Note A1 is intended to handle tasks in professional contexts with a high level of comfort and arguably in a quite stylish manner. Advanced features are advertised, some of which utilize the integrated microphone array.

Acebeam has launched a new version of the E10. Despite its size, the flashlight has a very long range and carries a mid-range price tag. In addition to a rechargeable battery, a disposable battery can also be used here.

The new Asus ProArt P16 is easily the most powerful multimedia laptop with Windows. We compare the high-end RTX 5090 SKU with Apple's fastest laptop, the MacBook Pro 16 powered by the M4 Max.

Not too long ago, a small and light smartphone with almost 24 hours of continuous battery life was a dream for fans of compact devices. The Xperia 10 VII even features microSD storage expansion and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It couldn’t be any better than that? Unfortunately, it could've been.

Fan-made 8-bit demake Bit of War resurrects the original 2005 God of War as a free NES-style side-scrolling platformer, turning Kratos’ cinematic Greek odyssey into tight, retro action with pared-back visuals and bite-sized levels. Developed by Holmade Games with Sony’s blessing, it offers an alternate, interview-inspired storyline, straightforward enemy design, and a nostalgic homage to both the franchise and classic 8-bit era.

Deal | A new Epic Games store mystery free game is now live, and it's an acclaimed survival title with arcade-style gameplay. This freebie, Sorry We're Closed, will remain available to claim for a very limited time, expiring in 24 hours.

A nearly complete build of the long‑cancelled Resident Evil Game Boy Color port has resurfaced, offering fans a rare look at HotGen and Fluid Studios’ ambitious attempt to recreate the PlayStation survival horror classic on Nintendo’s handheld. The 98% complete version, showcased by preservation site Games That Weren’t, includes late-game enemies, endings, and most core mechanics, while also shedding light on the project’s mysterious cancellation at Capcom’s behest in 2000.

Deal | For Honor is a medieval fighting game in which you will have to face many other players. But that’s not all, because several skills and weapons are to be mastered in order to be the best on the battlefield.

Starlink will be having a couple of new promos coming to those who bought its Mini dish kit. The Mini dish may soon be served by Starlink's cheapest ever satellite Internet plan.

Chinese GPU maker Moore Threads unveiled its "Huagang" architecture at the MUSA Developer Conference, claiming major performance gains for both gaming and AI applications.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is slated to debut officially in China this week. The camera-focused flagship phone has now surfaced online, with multiple hands-on pictures showing it off in the flesh.

Deal | Subnautica is heavily discounted on Steam right now, dropping to its lowest recorded price. This underwater survival classic is still extremely popular, with hundreds of thousands of overwhelmingly positive player reviews and strong critic praise.

Tesla's first car without steering wheel or pedals will be joining the Robotaxi fleet in 2026 and preparations are underway. There have been numerous redesigns to make it more passenger-friendly.

A new leak has now revealed key information on Xiaomi's upcoming mid-range phones, the Poco M8 series. The Poco M8 and Poco M8 Pro are expected to debut next month globally.

Samsung has revealed some details about a new refrigerator powered by AI. The Bespoke AI refrigerator will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI model.

The Lenovo X1 Digital Camera has been formally introduced in China. It comes with a 12 MP Sony CMOS sensor with support for 4K video recording and 18x digital zoom. The pre-launch price is CNY 389, around $55.

GameSir has announced a new mobile controller that is certified to work with iPhones and iPads. The MFi-certified controller is also compatible with Android devices and has an affordable price tag.

For just $50 more, the Dell 16 Plus offers significantly faster graphics and NPU performance than the HP without requiring additional power.

Epic Games Store will unveil the fifth mystery free game soon. Although the storefront didn't offer any obvious hints, some fans are speculating that this freebie could be either an indie title or an AAA game.

The Aviot TE‑Q3R earbuds have debuted as the company’s smallest IPX4-rated true‑wireless model, offering LDAC Hi‑Res Audio support, hybrid active noise cancellation, and 360‑degree spatial sound, with up to 11.5 hours of playback between charges.

The K-100 is a 3D printer that supposedly plays in a completely different league than typical 3D printers and should therefore be suitable for the production of high-quality components. The actual printing technology is hardly comparable to that of widespread 3D printers that use filament or resin.

Physical disc owners have more reason to avoid the digital gaming age. Complaints continue about hackers compromising Microsoft accounts filled with Xbox games. Even if gamers can prove their identities, they may need to start from scratch and repurchase every title.

According to a statement issued by the Indie Game Awards, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been stripped of both awards it won. This decision came after producer François Meurisse confirmed the use of generative AI in the game’s development.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra will apparently cost more than the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Xiaomi President Lu Weibing explicitly confirmed this price hike in a Q&A session that revolved around the upcoming Leica camera flagship phone. The handset will feature an optical zoom camera and a particularly fast 1-inch main camera, as seen on an official camera sample.

Anbernic has now launched its latest 4:3 vertical gaming handheld. Offered for under $200 in two colour options, the Anbernic RG477V also features a 120 Hz display with a powerful MediaTek chipset and up to 12 GB of RAM.

Deal | There are few 45-inch ultrawide rivals that match the 4K+ resolution of this LG OLED monitor. It also converts to a 2560x1080 display when a 330Hz refresh rate is preferable. Discounted by 32% at Amazon, the curved LG45GX950A-B now takes the place of multiple screens at a much lower price.

Monster Hunter Wilds received the first of three planned PC performance patches this week, and it's a lot more playable—but a Digital Foundry analysis reveals some shockingly poor texture quality in select areas, even at high settings. Medium textures have improved across-the-board, though.

Deal | The fourth Epic Games Store mystery free game is now live, and it happens to be a decent one. To be specific, it's Blood West, a well-rated stealth FPS title from 2023. This freebie will remain active for just 24 hours.

One of the wildest rumors surrounding the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has apparently been confirmed shortly before its official launch in China. Screenshots of the camera app circulating online point to a proper continuous zoom with variable focal length based on a 200MP sensor, but there are also drawbacks to this solution.

Xiaomi’s Christmas surprise will apparently pack a fairly large battery into a chassis that is just 0.31 inches thick and will be available in a total of four different color options. A leaker has now listed some specs of what is likely the most exciting Leica camera flagship phone in years.

The US is preparing to build an alternative to the aging International Space Station by 2030, while SpaceX wants to launch 15,000 DTC satellites in total. Any number of things could go wrong, as a recent incident shows.

LG Display is gearing up to light up CES with more Tandem WOLED panel sizes. Previously limited to 27-inch 280 Hz and 540 Hz options, the OLED panel maker has begun teasing additional sizes and resolutions, including a 39-inch 5K ultrawide and what appears to be a 4K panel.

ModRetro recently unveiled a new version of their Chromatic retro handheld partially made with the same materials used in military drones made by Anduril, a weapons manufacturer. The CEO of ModRetro, Palmer Luckey, also owns Anduril. The new console has caused quite a stir in the retro community because of its ties to weapons manufacturing.

RAM shortages and rising prices have become a growing issue over the past few months, largely driven by increased demand from AI model training and data centers. And this problem is no longer limited to consumers, as it is now beginning to affect game development as well.

Using IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer), astronomers have answered a long-standing question — Where do the X-rays in a supermassive black hole’s jet come from? To do this, IXPE had to observe a galaxy cluster for more than 600 hours over a 60-day period.

Deal | Against the Storm blends base-building strategy with roguelike elements in a bold concept that players have widely embraced. With the Steam Winter Sale now underway, the game is discounted by 70% for the first time, reducing its price to about $9.

Nex Playground has quietly become the No. 2 game console in the U.S., outpacing PS5 unit sales during the Black Friday run-up, by emphasizing low-cost, controller-free, camera-based gameplay over cutting-edge graphics. In an interview, CEO David Lee says the PS3-level hardware and sub-$250 price point are deliberate trade-offs that position the cube-shaped console as a budget-friendly, family-focused alternative to traditional high-fidelity systems.

A US lawsuit alleges that OpenAI and Microsoft used ChatGPT in a manner that exacerbated a perpetrator’s psychosis, indirectly contributing to a fatal crime. The case’s outcome could play a crucial role in shaping how AI companies are held accountable in comparable situations.

A photographer managed to capture two rare phenomena in the sky last month. And while this may be a first, scientists could use this image to study them, as they are still very mysterious.

Deal | 100% Orange Juice is now free to keep on Steam for a limited time. The long-running anime board game has cards, dice, and online multiplayer, and holds a "Very Positive" rating, making it a great time to add it to your library before Dec 22. Plus, the game is Steam Deck verified.

Office tasks, content creation, CAD, image editing or gaming - the ThinkBook 16p G6 is a jack of all trades and not only interesting for business customers. If you are looking for a large multimedia laptop, the new ThinkBook 16p G6 should definitely be on your short list.

OnePlus has begun unveiling details about its newly announced Turbo series. While the OnePlus Ace 6T currently holds the title for the largest battery in any OnePlus phone, the company has confirmed that the new Turbo lineup will surpass it.

Mangmi has chosen to provide details of its upcoming handheld, the Pocket Max, in bits. Following a reveal of the design and display specifications, it has now provided images that show the Pocket Max in two new colors.

GMKtec has launched the NucBox K15 in the global market. It's an affordable mini PC that's powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, and with OCuLink and USB4 ports, the system brings proper eGPU support. The starting launch price is $359.99.

Deal | Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle, and it's holiday-themed. The collection has a total of nine titles that are published by Outright Games. All of them are playable on the Steam Deck, and they can be scored for just $15.

Deal | Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle to its current collection — the Games Under 5 Hours bundle. This bundle is packed with 10 games, all of which are compatible with Steam Deck, except for The Forest Quartet.

PBKreviews gave the OnePlus 15R a repairability score of 8.5 out of 10 thanks to its smart design choices like common screws and modular parts. However, the display replacement process remains complex due to buried components.

MSI has quietly launched the MAG 272QP QD-OLED X24 in North America. Priced at $499.99, the Gen 3 QD-OLED monitor combines a 1440p panel with a 240 Hz refresh rate and adds extras like a USB-C port with DisplayPort support.

Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite will remain blocked on iOS in Japan, accusing Apple of defying the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act despite formally allowing third-party app stores. CEO Tim Sweeney alleges Apple is preserving its dominance through high “junk fees,” strict reporting requirements, and alarming security prompts, while Apple defends its policies as necessary for user privacy, safety, and platform maintenance.

Released in 2022, the Steam Deck LCD quickly attracted a devoted following. Those fans are bemoaning the news that Valve will soon retire its cheapest gaming handheld. The Steam Deck OLED ships with improved specs, but has a price that’s on par with the ROG Xbox Ally and Legion Go S.

If the Final Fantasy 7 Remake demo is any indication, the Switch 2 game will impress fans. Even at lower resolutions, DLSS bridges the gap between the handheld and more powerful consoles. Image clarity is closer to the PS5 and Xbox Series X than expected, while looking crisper than the Series S.

Deal | Valheim, an open-world survival and crafting game set in a world inspired by Viking mythology, has once again dropped to a record-low price of just $9.99 during the Steam Winter Sale, making it a great time to check out one of the highest-rated games in the open-world survival-craft genre's history.

Gnome has officially banned the use of AI-generated code in its shell extensions, but the justification is more pragmatic than it is ideological. As of the announcement, any code submitted for consideration in the Gnome Extensions Library that has obvious evidence of AI or sloppy, inconsistent code will be rejected during the code review process.

Deal | The Keychron Holiday Sale has officially kicked off, with sweeping discounts of up to 25% and free shipping on orders over $69. Keychron's wireless mechanical and HE gaming keyboards have historically impressed in our reviews, and the discounts include one of the more popular affordable wireless Hall effect keyboards we've reviewed, the K4 HE, which packs a compact layout with a num pad and a sleek, modern design.

The OmniBook 5 16 keeps it simple with few fancy features and extras while maintaining respectable basics and build quality for more attractive starting prices.

Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke has sparked backlash after defending the studio’s limited use of generative AI in the early development of its new Divinity game, prompting criticism from former employees who dispute his claims of internal consensus. The controversy underscores wider industry tensions over AI’s role in creative work, as fans and developers question its impact on jobs, artistic integrity, and innovation in big-budget games.

8BitDo has announced it will be attending CES 2026 in Las Vegas. While it is expected to showcase some of its existing products, the gaming accessory brand has revealed it will unveil a new product, too.

Leaked visuals from @geesgshock showcase a metal‑bezel Casio GM‑5600U G‑Shock collaboration with shochu brand iichiko Super, tied to a Daikanyama launch event and lottery‑only distribution, with exact specs still unconfirmed.​

There are three Lenovo ThinkPad laptops with AMD's high-end Strix Point CPU series. None of them have the option for a high quality OLED screen, despite these screens being an option for less expensive Krackan Point models. Is Lenovo making its AMD models again worse on purpose?

We have gotten an AMD Zen 9 leak before GTA VI. Serial leaker Moore's Law Is Dead has revealed the codenames of the AMD Zen 8 and Zen 9 core architectures. The leaker has also alleged the CPU socket platform that Zen 8 and Zen 9 CPUs will use.

Deal | Green Hell is a survival game that immerses you in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. And you will have to find various resources, build a base, and craft weapons in order to defend yourself against many enemies.

Hideo Kojima, famed creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, outlined bold new concepts, including a game designed for weightlessness and another built to train and “delight” artificial intelligence. In an interview, he predicted AI will transform game development within five to ten years, arguing it should be embraced as a practical tool, much like smartphones once were, rather than feared.

ETA Prime has managed to get their hands on an ASRock BC-250, which features a cut-down PS5 APU. With some tweaks and by installing Bazzite on the system, the YouTuber has demoed how it can serve as a "$100 Steam Machine" alternative.

Anicorn has begun selling its PlayStation 30th anniversary watch. While the limited edition mechanical watch is already out of stock due to being limited to 600 pieces, the Play Symbol Watch is still available to purchase. However, it will take a while before you can get your hands on it.

As cars become more robust entertainment centers, PlayStation sees opportunities for growth. The Sony Honda Afeela 1 EV will launch with a PlayStation Portal handheld attached to its backseats. Even so, it may rely on PS Remote Play, which requires a console at home to enjoy PS5 games.

Deal | Epic Games Store has revealed the third mystery free game of the holiday season 2025. While the hopes weren't high for this round, the freebie still turned out to be disappointing. It's Eternights, which was previously given away by Amazon Prime Gaming.

Tesla will be expanding its Robotaxi platform with owner vehicles and the Cybercab in 2026. The Cybercab is the more problematic in terms of regulatory oversight, so it remains to be seen how it fares on public streets.

The Exynos 2600 has been officially unveiled and is set to be the best processor for modern smartphones – at least in theory. Samsung has explicitly addressed many of the criticisms of its predecessor, such as poor efficiency, thermal management, camera image quality, and performance. As the world’s first 2nm chip, it is expected to debut with the Galaxy S26 generation.

According to a new report from Alinea Analytics, indie games dominated Steam in 2025, generating around 25% of the platform’s total revenue.

Google’s decision to drop support for the aging PlanetWeb 3.0 browser has effectively ended the Sega Dreamcast’s 25-year run as a functional web-browsing device, severing one of the console’s last remaining ties to its online past. Yet even as modern web standards leave the hardware behind, retro fans are turning to tools like FrogFind to keep the Dreamcast’s browsing experience and its nostalgic charm alive.

Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone has shared the first details about the upcoming Stardew Valley 1.7 update, confirming that new content is on the way. However, there is still no word on a release date.

OpenAI has launched the App Directory, a new extension feature for ChatGPT that connects the chatbot directly to services such as Gmail, Canva and Apple Music. This update allows ChatGPT to go beyond answering questions and start performing concrete tasks across connected platforms.

The creator behind the popular YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips recently had a brief hands-on experience with Valve’s new VR headset, the Steam Frame, during a visit to the company’s headquarters. In his latest video, he compares the device to other headsets such as the Valve Index, Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro.

Deal | Slay the Spire has earned consistently high praise from critics and players alike for its accessible blend of deck-building and roguelike mechanics. Now, for the first time, it is available at a steep 90% discount on Steam – dropping from around $25 to just about $2.50.

The iPhone Fold will reportedly be exceptionally compact when closed. According to rumours, it will feature an unconventional aspect ratio paired with a 5.3-inch secondary display. Newly surfaced CAD renders appear to reveal the dimensions of Apple’s first foldable device.

Skate Story is an indie skateboarding adventure on Steam where you play you as a fragile demon skating through a surreal underworld, with trick physics, a gripping narrative, and full controller support, plus Steam Deck Verification. It has "overwhelmingly positive" early reviews.​

TikTok’s US operations will be housed in a new joint venture, according to a memo sent to employees by CEO Shou Zi Chew. The entity is named TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC. As part of the venture, TikTok has signed agreements with the three managing investors: Oracle, Silver Lake, and Abu Dhabi-based MGX.

NASA has announced a plan to use the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to view our Milky Way in unprecedented detail. Roman’s infrared vision is expected to pierce through the densest part of the galaxy and unveil up to 20 billion stars.

Deal | The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI gaming laptop is back on sale at its Black Friday price. Retailing at a $450 discount compared to the list price, the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI packs some powerful internals, including the RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB of VRAM.

Deal | The third Epic Games Store mystery free game for the holiday season will be revealed soon, and right before the reveal, the storefront has offered a new mobile freebie. It's Shotgun King – The Final Checkmate, available for Android and iOS.

Deal | Humble Bundle has brought back the Better With A Friend games collection. This new holiday rebundle offers a total of six Steam Deck-playable games that are better when played in co-op mode. They can be scored for around $1.67 each.

Oppo is set to wrap up the year with the Christmas Day launch of the Pad Air 5, which appears to be a rebranded OnePlus Pad Go 2. The tablet features a 2.8K display and a massive 10,050mAh battery. It will be available in three colours, including Space Gray, Starlight Powder, and Starlight Pink.

Deal | Mordhau is a multiplayer fighting game taking place in the Middle Ages. You will have to face many other players and show your different skills in battle using various weapons.

A leak has revealed that Motorola will release a special World Cup edition of the Razr 2025 clamshell foldable. A few units of this special edition will be available to win at CES 2026, but it isn't known if it will be mass-produced yet.

Lenovo is expected to showcase a gaming laptop with a rollable OLED display at CES 2026. It is targeting professional esports gamers with a large display mounted to a laptop, blending desktop like screen real-estate with portability.

Deal | Sony’s WH-1000XM6 offer some of the best noise cancellation you can buy, along with excellent sound and a refined, foldable design. They’ve dropped back to their lowest price, giving you another chance to grab Sony’s best ANC headphones for less.

BMX has announced a new magnetic power bank, the SolidSafe. The company’s magnetic power bank is built with next-generation solid-state battery cells. Available in 5,000 and 10,000 mAh battery capacities, it offers a full-color LCD display and an integrated USB-C lanyard cable for charging and data transfer.

NASA Science Calendar Image of the Month is a sprite over Château de Beynac, France. Sprites are short-lived. They last only a few milliseconds. So, witnessing and capturing one is a big deal. Images of these transient events are helping scientists understand more about how and why they form.

A new 3D printer is launching with 12 nozzles and is primarily intended to offer advantages when printing with multiple filaments or different colors. It’s also supposed to be very precise and offers a relatively large build volume.

Update | Fans have created an HTML5 browser port of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, playable with touch, mouse & KB, or gamepad. The title is available as a free demo up to the first story checkpoint, but as a form of piracy prevention, requires the player to upload original, checksum-verified game files to continue. Update: A factual mistake fixed.

The LG Sound Suite combines a soundbar with any number of wireless speakers and a subwoofer to produce a convincing surround sound. Dolby Atmos FlexConnect is designed to let the Sound Suite adapt to the specific room.

Deal | The holiday season still has some Steam deals left to entice Star Wars loyalists. Star Wars Battlefront 2: Celebration Edition has proved a resilient shooter game despite a rocky 2017 launch. At 90% off, diverse multiplayer modes and an expansive roster may encourage more players to return.

The Legion Go 2 is one of the most expensive gaming handhelds around produced by a major laptop manufacturer. According to a new leak, that could well change soon with a forthcoming refresh.

MSI now also offers its gaming handheld Claw 8 with an AMD processor. The question is why though, because our review reveals some ergonomic drawbacks compared to the Intel SKU and you also get 8 GB RAM less. The price is identical, so why should you get the AMD version?

Retroid has ended the first batch of pre-orders for the Pocket 6, with a plan to begin shipping in January 2026. However, it has begun accepting a new batch of pre-orders without the launch discount that earlier buyers enjoyed, but a further delayed shipping date.

Beelink has launched a new NAS solution that can hold up to five drives at once. Offering a combined 72 TB of storage, the Beelink ME Pro will be released globally too.

Companies willing to cross ethical lines can still purchase memory at reasonable prices. A new report exposes Samsung workers who may have accepted kickbacks from anxious distributors. As the memory shortage escalates, AI data centers are depleting most of the DRAM supply.

Sharge has announced an early sign-up scheme for the Shargeek 300 power bank, suggesting it may be launching soon. This accessory debuted at the start of 2025, and it has since been listed on Kickstarter. Features include the ability to charge up to four devices simultaneously and an aluminum casing with a transparent element and RGB lighting.

Not only is RAM becoming increasingly expensive, but hard drives and SSDs now also cost significantly more than they did just a few weeks ago. Framework is now one of the first laptop manufacturers to react to this trend, raising the price of the Framework Laptop for the second time in just one week.

Deal | For the holiday season, Steam is now giving away Toy Tinker Simulator for free for a limited time. Originally released in 2021, the toy repair simulation usually sells for $12.99 and currently holds a "Mixed" user rating, with calm, methodical gameplay at its core.

A group of researchers has published their findings on how ice could be used in creating a human habitat on Mars. Their study concludes that thick ice can substitute as a material for insulation and radiation protection.

A Dispatch artbook is being portrayed differently on some Nintendo eShop listings. Fans recognized that the characters on the North American page are wearing more conservative outfits. The censorship exists even though the Switch game with copious adult content is likely unaltered.

Deal | Epic Games Store has revealed the second mystery free game of the holiday 2025 season, and it didn't turn out to be what the leaked list or predictions suggested. Instead, the current freebie happens to be Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.

Veteran game director Glen Schofield reflected on his decade at EA and Activision, describing the post‑acquisition transformations of both publishers as “bittersweet” and a marked departure from their roles as rigorous, developer‑shaping powerhouses. In a candid LinkedIn post, he contrasted EA’s disciplined, structured review culture with Activision’s intense, freewheeling creative debates, arguing that recent ownership shifts signal the end of an era for talent development in AAA game publishing.

SpaceX is informing customers that it will discontinue software updates for the Starlink Gen 1 router, making the device obsolete in the near future. As a thank you to longstanding customers, the company is offering a free upgrade to the Starlink Router Mini, which supports Wi-Fi 6 and usually retails for $40.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 series is now global, and among the new phones are the Note 15 Pro 4G and 5G. These two are among the five mid-range smartphones that the lineup has introduced, and both of them come with large batteries.

Deal | Humble Bundle's thirteenth holiday rebundle is here — Dice and Destiny Encore. The bundle, which had its first run back in April, is now available again with the same items as before. It will expire on December 20.

CATL seems to have beaten Tesla Optimus when it comes to factory deployment in mass EV battery production. Its Moz humanoid robot now matches the performance of a skilled human.

The battery recycling company of Tesla founder JB Straubel has created an automated nationwide deposit system called Battery Bin. It makes getting rid of anything with Li-ion battery an effortless process.

Xiaomi has launched its latest Note 15 series smartphones in the global market. The Redmi Note 15 series consists of a total of five smartphones, including the Redmi Note 15 4G, the Note 15 5G, the Note 15 Pro 4G, the Note 15 Pro 5G, and the Note 15 Pro+ 5G. The vanilla variant offers a 120 Hz display, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, and a 5,520 mAh battery.

Rumors surrounding Valve’s long-absent Half-Life 3 have intensified, with industry insiders claiming the game will launch alongside the newly announced Steam Machine hardware ecosystem in Spring 2026. While component price volatility is reportedly delaying concrete pricing and announcements, multiple leaks suggest Half-Life 3 is real, playable end-to-end, and planned as the definitive conclusion to Gordon Freeman’s story.

Garmin is rolling out a new update for the Instinct model series, bringing significant improvements in certain areas. However,, the update to software version 13.08 is still in beta.

A user on X is drawing attention with a video showing his private collection of around 12,000 video games, all housed in a single room. The collection is considered one of the largest of its kind.

In 2024, Amazon introduced ads to its paid streaming service Prime Video. The regional court in Munich, Germany, has now ruled the move unlawful, citing a lack of proper user consent.

A new free-to-play RPG, Dead Weight: Prologue, has landed on Steam with a playable prologue that introduces its combat systems, setting, and core mechanics. The release gives players a short standalone slice of the full game planned for a later launch.

Google is testing a new Android feature called Expressive Calling that highlights important calls with a red siren emoji and an urgency message. It is currently rolling out in the beta version of the Phone by Google app.

The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is now official in the international market. While Xiaomi tweaked the specs of the global variant, the SoC remains the same. This affordable mid-range phone starts at €499 in the EU.

The Anbernic RG477V is yet to be released, but early reviews have already surfaced. One review praises several aspects of the handheld but also highlights some issues, including its Mali GPU.

We have more confirmation that Sony is working on a portable PlayStation 6 console. A new leak from Moore's Law Is Dead claims that Sony is pushing developers to optimize their games for different CPU configurations. This suggests that there could be multiple PS6 consoles, which gives weight to rumors that there will be a PS6 home and a PS6 handheld console.

Deal | Green Man Gaming is offering a new game bundle. Called RPG icons, it contains seven well-rated RPG titles that are playable on the Steam Deck. They can all be scored for a minimum payment of $10.

Google has kicked off the beta program for Android 16 QPR3, the third and final quarterly update of the Android 16 cycle. Pixel 6 and newer devices can now try the update ahead of its stable release, which is expected to arrive in March 2026.

Just before 2025 wraps up, GameSir plans to release a new mobile controller that has been certified to work with iPhones and iPads. The new controller will be announced in a few days and will also offer compatibility with other platforms.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been one of the anticipated camera flagship phones of the year. Past reports have hinted that it will launch in 2025, and now, the company has officially teased the imminent debut of the smartphone.

MIT researchers have developed a technique to stack transistors and memory directly on the back of computer chips, potentially slashing the energy costs of AI and high-performance computing.

YouTuber The Greatest Developer has made a strong debut onto the platform. In his video released on Nov 27, 2025, The Greatest Developer unveils Real War (Not Fake), a take on one of the many fake ad games that's surprisingly fun and addictive. The content creator has 2 videos listed as of Dec 18.

China has successfully engineered its first EUV lithography machine with the help of some former ASML employees, reports claim. It isn’t fully functional yet and will only be able to mass-produce chips by 2028 or 2030.

The flagship Xiaomi 17 series is expected to expand with the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Ahead of an official announcement, the device has cleared FCC certification, indicating that a global launch is likely.

The MV10 is a relatively compact PC that should be suitable for gaming thanks to a Core i9 processor and a fairly capable Nvidia RTX GPU. The model also sports a WiFi module for wireless network connectivity.

In November, Nintendo lost ground to PlayStation, with U.S. PS5 sales claiming the number one rank. Sony’s performance ends a winning streak that began when the Switch 2 debuted in June. Regardless, total console sales are lagging behind the pace of previous years.

Casio’s latest G-Shock collaboration with Bamford London is now available in the US. Based on the GM-5600, the watch features a black ion-plated metal bezel, blue accents, standard G-Shock functions, and a $280 price tag.

Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy has officially launched on Steam after exiting early access. You can now try out its full story, classless RPG systems, and dual combat modes. The 1.0 release marks AtomTeam’s complete vision for the fantasy RPG.

During the next few days, it will be possible to observe the last meteor shower of the year, the Ursids. And it will be necessary to follow some tips to enjoy the show.

Counter-Strike co-creator Minh “Gooseman” Le said CS2’s grip on Steam is driven less by tactical gunplay than by a booming, speculative market for cosmetic weapon skins. In a wide-ranging interview, he reflected on how a dorm-room mod morphed into an esports and economy juggernaut, and on his own uneasy exit from Valve and failed bid to surpass Counter-Strike with Tactical Intervention.